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Who We Are

As Stewards of Oakland Gardens, TEAM 74 has a commitment to our community, beyond the walls of our school.  We are committed to providing a developmentally responsive, supportive learning environment in which students achieve at their highest levels.  MS 74 is proud to be a National Blue Ribbon School. Through strong academics and enriching arts programs, we are dedicated to educating the whole child and helping every student reach their highest potential.

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School News & Updates

Family Game Night!

We’re excited to invite you to our Family Game Night on:

Friday, May 8
Time: 4:00PM to 6:30PM
Location: MS 74
This will be a fun evening filled with board games, trivia, physical activities, and a chess tournament, with games taking place throughout the building.

How it will work:

All participants will begin in the auditorium for a short welcome.
Students will sign up for different games and time blocks during the event.
Games will take place in different rooms (gym, cafeteria, classrooms, and auditorium).

A flyer with the details for an upcoming town hall event

Town Hall Meeting!

We hope you are able to join us for Town Hall Meeting with Chancellor Kamar H. Samuels at MS74 on May 28th, 6:00 - 7:30 PM

A group of students standing in a straight line for a picture

Congratulations Science Olympiad

Congratulations to our Science Olympiad team for competing at the State competition in Syracuse, NY this weekend! The team worked incredibly hard and placed 14th overall among the top schools in New York State!

MS74 PTA and Best Buddies Spring 2026 Auction

The Parent Teacher Association of Nathaniel Hawthorne Middle School 74, in partnership with the MS74 chapter of Best Buddies International, is excited to sponsor this online auction to support our school.
The auction is live from April 21st to May 1st!
Below is the link to view the live action
https://www.32auctions.com/MS74Auction2026